Astro's Playroom is a 2020 platform game developed by Japan Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment for the PlayStation 5.

[1][2] A sequel to Astro Bot Rescue Mission, the game comes pre-installed on every console, serving additionally as a free tech demo for the DualSense controller.

Astro's Playroom, alongside Demon's Souls, was the final game released by Japan Studio before their reorganization in April 1, 2021.

The worlds also contain large numbers of other robots performing various activities, including acting out scenes from various current and former PlayStation-exclusive game franchises, such as God of War and Resident Evil.

The VIP bots are themed around Gran Turismo, Returnal, "The Old Hunters" downloadable content for Bloodborne, and Ape Escape, and will appear in the portal room when rescued.

The game initially started as a series of tech demos for the PlayStation 5's DualSense controller, although its status as a launch title was not established until later in development.

Team Asobi consulted with the original developers, such as Tekken series producer Katsuhiro Harada, for the numerous easter eggs found in Astro's Playroom referencing the different video game franchises,[13] In designing the cameos, concept artist Toshihiko Nakai focused on capturing recognizability, humor, and fan appeal.

A number of animators at Team Asobi had previously worked on some original titles referenced in Astro's Playroom.

No matter your console or company allegiances, it's easy to forget just how much those 25 years of the PlayStation's existence as a gaming platform has meant for our hobby.

[18] Similarly, Eurogamer's Martin Robinson praised the game for being a promising glimpse of the future for the PlayStation 5 and remarked it as being "one of the best launch titles I can remember in an age.

Awards, the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences nominated Astro's Playroom for "Family Game of the Year".